Lead Sous Chef — Expert Kitchen Ops & Team Leader

Clearwater People Solutions; Lingfield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearwater People Solutions is recruiting on behalf of an established hospitality and events company for a Sous Chef role in Lingfield. The successful candidate will assist with organising and supervising all kitchen operations and ensure high food quality and hygiene standards.

The role focuses on leading the kitchen team, maintaining consistency, and supporting front-of-house staff during service while controlling costs and waste.

Qualifications

• Previous chef, supervisory or kitchen leadership experience.
• Strong culinary skills and attention to detail.
• Organised and able to manage multiple orders effectively.
• Confident working under pressure with front-of-house staff.
• Quality-focused with a proactive attitude.
• Comfortable managing kitchen equipment and food inventory.
• Driving License.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Managing and supporting the kitchen team.
• Preparing, cooking, and plating food items.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Monitoring stock, ordering supplies, and managing waste.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary skills

Organised

Pressure handling

Attention to detail

Food safety

Stock control

Driving License

Job description

Clearwater People Solutions is recruiting on behalf of an established hospitality and events company for a Sous Chef role in Lingfield. The successful candidate will assist with organising and supervising all kitchen operations and ensure high food quality and hygiene standards.

The role focuses on leading the kitchen team, maintaining consistency, and supporting front-of-house staff during service while controlling costs and waste.